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MSc - Master of Science
University of London Worldwide
Online
APR-25
2 years
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MSc - Master of Science
University of London Worldwide
Online
APR-25
2 years
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The MSc Global Environment and Sustainability degree offers students modules covering pressing global contemporary environmental problems including climate change and environmental hazards, global food systems and health, water and energy resources, waste and pollution and biodiversity, biosecurity and conservation.
By studying this programme, students will:
be able to critically evaluate the complex drivers and consequences of global environmental problems for different societal groups, applying academic concepts and theories.
develop in-depth knowledge in particular specialist areas of environment and sustainability through designing and executing a substantial independent research project.
gain critical and creative thinking skills and the ability to apply theory to practice.
be able to assess the effectiveness, equity and trade-offs of different sustainability goals and policies at global, regional and local levels and over time.
Students will engage with real-world practical examples to examine drivers, concepts, and contested ideas related to environmental problems in diverse global, national and local contexts. Providing students with a holistic and interdisciplinary understanding of the causes and consequences of these urgent environmental issues, these programmes will examine how environmental sustainability policy and management can effectively contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Through a substantial independent research project, students will develop in-depth knowledge in a particular specialist area of interest.
Career opportunities
The programme provides career development opportunities for a wide range of individuals,?including?those?with?practical experience?in environmental management and sustainability who are seeking?to?further?develop their theoretical understandings?in these topics, as well as those?with a more limited knowledge of the subject?who wish to?develop their understanding and?pursue?a career in environmental sustainability.
Possible professions include?sustainability manager, nature conservation officer, climate policy specialist, or environmental consultant. This degree can also be useful in waste, energy and/or water management and planning roles.
In some countries, qualifications earned by distance and flexible learning may not be recognised by certain authorities or regulators for the purposes of public sector employment or further study. We advise you to explore the local recognition status before you register.
Applicants will need a bachelor’s degree which is considered at least comparable to a UK second-class honours degree or a postgraduate qualification from an institution acceptable to the University. Directly related professional work experience and/or directly related professional qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Students from Domestic
The fee for 2023/24 entry MSc Global Environment and Sustainability full programme fee Band A countries: £9450; Band B countries: £12600; MSc Global Environment and Sustainability indicative totals: Band A countries: £9608; Band B countries: £12810. There might be slight increase in fee for 2024/25 entry.
Students from EU
The fee for 2023/24 entry MSc Global Environment and Sustainability full programme fee Band A countries: £9450; Band B countries: £12600; MSc Global Environment and Sustainability indicative totals: Band A countries: £9608; Band B countries: £12810. There might be slight increase in fee for 2024/25 entry.
Students from International
The fee for 2023/24 entry MSc Global Environment and Sustainability full programme fee Band A countries: £9450; Band B countries: £12600; MSc Global Environment and Sustainability indicative totals: Band A countries: £9608; Band B countries: £12810. There might be slight increase in fee for 2024/25 entry.
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